Description
Experience the rich flavors of seafood with this Juicy Baked Jumbo Shrimp stuffed with a delightful crabmeat mixture. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender butterfly shrimp with a savory blend of crabmeat, breadcrumbs, and herbs, baked to perfection for a delectable appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound Large Shrimp (Peeled and deveined)
Stuffing
- 1 cup Lump Crabmeat (Or substitute with chopped shrimp or scallops)
- 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (Regular breadcrumbs can work in a pinch)
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise (Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley (Basil or chives can be used instead)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Lime juice can be a substitute)
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic (Garlic powder can substitute)
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning (Can swap for any favorite mixtures)
Topping
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (Omit for a lighter dish if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Shrimp: Butterfly each peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp by slicing lengthwise, ensuring not to cut all the way through so the shrimp can be opened like a book, allowing room for stuffing.
- Make Stuffing: In a medium bowl, combine lump crabmeat, panko breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, chopped parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix gently but thoroughly to integrate all ingredients into a cohesive filling.
- Stuff Shrimp: Take each butterflied shrimp and generously spoon the crabmeat filling onto the open side, pressing lightly to adhere, then arrange the stuffed shrimp on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Add Butter & Bake: Melt the unsalted butter and drizzle it evenly over the stuffed shrimp to add moisture and flavor. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and the stuffing is golden and cooked through.
- Cool & Serve: Remove from the oven and let the shrimp cool for a few moments to allow flavors to settle and to ensure safe handling before serving warm.
Notes
- You can substitute lump crabmeat with chopped shrimp or scallops if crabmeat is unavailable.
- For a lighter alternative to mayonnaise, use Greek yogurt.
- Old Bay seasoning can be replaced with your own favorite seafood seasoning blend.
- Butter can be omitted for a lower-fat version or substituted with olive oil.
- Ensure shrimp are thoroughly deveined and peeled before stuffing for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust baking time slightly depending on the size of your shrimp to avoid overcooking.
